Being Boring

Posted in Updates on 25th October 2006

I noticed recently that someone had mentioned this site in a post on the Preserved Diesels forum, but had pointed out that it was boring. Now, firstly I accept the charge fully - there's not a lot here thats really engaging or enlightening. It's a record of my travels, my...

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The Sandblower

Posted in Railways on 21st October 2006

Today was the first time in a fair while that I've been booked on a railtour which starts locally. This also meant an early start, and my Dad's assistance to get to Temple Meads for the 06:40 departure time. Arrived in plenty of time to see 66068 crawling into platform...

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ALR06/02 Day Seven - Taking The Long Way Home

Posted in Railways on 15th October 2006

Awoke early in the hope that somewhere in Birmingham would be open for decent coffee on a Sunday morning. After checking out of the hotel, discovered I was mistaken - should probably have gone to New Street station, but even there I've struggled to get a decent cup at this...

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